BA ( Hons) Contemporary Dance
36 monthsProgramme duration
21,860 GBPTuition Fee/year
31 Jan, 2025Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Performing Arts
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Our three-year BA (Hons) Contemporary Dance prepares you for a life-long career in contemporary dance by giving you the opportunity to acquire the technical, creative and performance skills needed to become an individual and versatile dance artist. Our graduates find work as dancers, choreographers, teachers, facilitators, directors and curators amongst many other dance related professions. The programme will also help you gain the contextual and critical understanding of how dance can shape and influence the wider creative industries and benefit society.
Working with leading international dance practitioners you will engage in a range of performance projects. This involves the creation of new choreography as well as the restaging of existing repertoire investigating movement and dance in its historical, socio-political, and cultural contexts. Training in contemporary dance techniques including Hip Hop and ballet will further equip you with the finely tuned skills, flexibility and inquisitive mindset required to respond to the current developments within the artform of contemporary dance.
Over the three years you will collaborate across artforms and explore different creative modes such as dance in galleries, site-specific dance, dance film or community engaged dance. You will develop your own artistic practice and perform in your own and other students’ projects. You will participate in traditional and more experimental showcases aimed at specific audiences or the general public including your family, friends and industry experts.
You will be introduced to dance pedagogy in your first year and have the option to further specialise in this field in the second and third year. Electives, industry placements, master classes and an independent project in your third year will allow you to tailor your course to areas of your personal interest and will set you up for a successful transition into the profession.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Performing Arts
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Our three-year BA (Hons) Contemporary Dance prepares you for a life-long career in contemporary dance by giving you the opportunity to acquire the technical, creative and performance skills needed to become an individual and versatile dance artist. Our graduates find work as dancers, choreographers, teachers, facilitators, directors and curators amongst many other dance related professions. The programme will also help you gain the contextual and critical understanding of how dance can shape and influence the wider creative industries and benefit society.
Working with leading international dance practitioners you will engage in a range of performance projects. This involves the creation of new choreography as well as the restaging of existing repertoire investigating movement and dance in its historical, socio-political, and cultural contexts. Training in contemporary dance techniques including Hip Hop and ballet will further equip you with the finely tuned skills, flexibility and inquisitive mindset required to respond to the current developments within the artform of contemporary dance.
Over the three years you will collaborate across artforms and explore different creative modes such as dance in galleries, site-specific dance, dance film or community engaged dance. You will develop your own artistic practice and perform in your own and other students’ projects. You will participate in traditional and more experimental showcases aimed at specific audiences or the general public including your family, friends and industry experts.
You will be introduced to dance pedagogy in your first year and have the option to further specialise in this field in the second and third year. Electives, industry placements, master classes and an independent project in your third year will allow you to tailor your course to areas of your personal interest and will set you up for a successful transition into the profession.
Admission Requirements
Our application process is designed to help us find out about your individual interest in and passion for a career within contemporary dance. We are looking for dancers from all dance backgrounds to join our programme. As an applicant you will have experience in contemporary dance or any other dance form and meet the academic requirements listed below.
5 GCSEs 9-4 (or A*-C)
One of the following:
Two A Levels at Grade E or above.
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma (PPP)
For International students, International Baccalaureate and other equivalent diplomas (e.g. USA High School Diploma and Abitur) are recognised. Alternatives may be considered.
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.
To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:
How to get a full scholarship
Looking for a fully-funded scholarship to see you into university? Find out how to boost your chances of getting one.
Scholarships to study abroad
Find scholarships to study abroad with our lists of international scholarships – categorized by country, by subject, and by type of student.
Scholarship Applications: Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to all your questions about scholarship applications, including tips on how to find scholarships and chances of success.
Get closer to your dream programme
Your consent preferences have been set.
Time to start exploring.
Your account has been removed.
You can still browse the site or sign up again once you have parental consent.
Get closer to your dream programme